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About Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas lies in the Los Lagos region of southern Chile. Also known as ‘The city of roses’, Puerto Varas was founded as a settlement for German colonists in the mid-nineteenth century and is now a popular tourist destination that sits beside Lake Llanquihue. Original colonial architecture, countless churches, museums and art galleries abound here (not to mention the keenly-felt residual German influence of craft beer and cake). It's also an area of breathtaking natural beauty; a haven of crystal-clear lakes, snow-crowned mountains, volcanoes, forests inhabited by all manners of wildlife and wildflower — it's a great place for an outdoor adventure holiday. Kayaking, flyfishing, white water rafting and snowboarding can all be found locally. Ideal for adventurers, history-lovers and backpackers alike, the best places to stay in Puerto Varas are all small, intimate and set within the striking countryside.

The best places to stay in Puerto Varas

Value chic

  • Casa Werner is a boutique hotel located in the countryside outside of Puerto Varas, Chile. The charming, spacious guestrooms have a country feel, with comfortable beds, wooden floors and feature wallpaper; book a luxury suite for a freestanding bathtub. Sample Chilean cuisine in the restaurant; a cosy hotel.

Boutique

  • Hotel AWA is a spectacular design hotel with more glass than wall, offering views of Llanquihue Lake and Osorno Volcano. Inside, find local wood floors, volcanic rock walls and Mapuche fabrics which nod to the spectacular beauty of the surrounds. The food is wonderful and the gym is state of the art.

Lakeside getaway

  • Los Caiquenes is situated on the shore of Lake Llanquihue and features cosy country decor and spacious accommodation. This is a great base for hiking, walking, fishing or simply chilling out.

For an apartment or villa

  • Our partner Booking.com has a wide range of villas and apartments in the nearby area.

Travel information

  • Fly to Santiago, and get a connection to El Tupual (30km's from Puerto Varas) from where you can either get a short taxi ride or bus to Puerto Varas.
  • If you want to rent a car, contact our partner Rentalcars.
  • The best time to go is between December and March, when the temperature ranges between 9 and 21 degrees, and when there's the least rainfall.

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Best Hotels in Puerto Varas

  • Casa Werner Puerto Varas (LLanquihue) 9 rooms from £63

    Families  -  There are good accommodation options for adults travelling with children, making this hotel a favourite with families
    Romantic Break  -  Book a luxury suite for a romantic, freestanding bathtub; reserve a couples' massage for a cosy night in
    Country Escape  -  With a serene countryside setting, this hotel makes a great escape from the city
    Birdwatching  -  Located on one of the most diverse wetlands in the country, this hotel is an ideal spot for birdwatching
    RestaurantDisabled accessViewsParkingNo pets
    Recommended by  -  Great Small Hotels

    This boutique hotel is located in the countryside outside of Puerto Varas, Chile. The charming, spacious guestrooms have a country feel, with comfortable beds, wooden floors and feature wallpaper; book a luxury suite for a freestanding bathtub. Sample Chilean cuisine in the restaurant; a cosy hotel. See More

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  • Los Caiquenes Puerto Varas 8 rooms from £102

    Great walks  -  Head for a hike around the lake and take in the stunning views
    Fishing  -  There's plenty of fishing for you to enjoy on Llanquihue Lake
    Views  -  Stunning views of Osorno Volcano from the garden
    Restaurant  -  Seving homemade Chilean cuisine
    RestaurantSwimming PoolGardenViewsParkingNo pets

    Los Caiquenes is situated on Llanquihue lakefront a few miles outside of Puerto Varas. It features cosy, country-style interiors and offers spacious rooms with plenty of wooden influences. Make use of their pool or sit back and enjoy the view from the hot tub. A great place to get away from it all. See More

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  • Hotel AWA Puerto Varas 15 rooms from £343

    Eco break  -  The hotels organic farm supplies produce, they are heavy on recycling and composting and building materials used are all local
    Back to Nature  -  Jawdropping views of Osorno Volcano, and right next door are the national parks of the awesome Los Lagos region
    Great walks  -  Make sure you take a walk in the nextdoor national parks and soak up Chile's incredible Los Lagos region
    Other Activities  -  We would recommend a days pamering in the spa, royal jelly facials, sauna sessions, massages and more
    Air conditioningSpaRestaurantSwimming PoolDisabled accessViewsParking
    Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith

    A spectacular design hotel with more glass than wall, offering views of Llanquihue Lake and Osorno Volcano. Inside, find local wood floors, volcanic rock walls and Mapuche fabrics nod to the spectacular beauty of your surrounds. The food is wonderful and the gym is state of the art. See More

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